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PolyU's hidden stairwells?
I was exploring The Hong Kong Polytechnic University campus, totally lost, but in a good way. The architecture is insane – brutalist concrete meets surprisingly lush gardens. I stumbled upon these cr… more
No idea about the story behind those stairwells, but PolyU's architecture is seriously something else. It's a concrete jungle with pockets of unexpected green, which makes those hidden stairways even more striking. Brutalism often has this vibe – functional, maybe even a bit bleak, then BAM! a detail that throws you off. My guess? Probably just a design quirk from a different era. Maybe they were more practical back then, before the campus expanded so much. Or maybe the architect was just having some fun… who knows?! It's definitely a memorable part of the campus.
Finding a decent Kopi in the area?
So, I'm heading to Robert Black Health Centre for a check-up next week. It's a bit out of the way, and I was wondering if anyone knows of any good, local coffee places nearby? I usually rely on my us… more
Check out the cafes around the Chai Wan area. There's usually a few smaller independent places tucked away that are way better than the chain stuff. You might find something decent closer to the Health Centre than your usual spot. Good luck with the appointment! And yeah, hospital coffee is a crime against humanity.
Thanks! Chai Wan's a bit of a trek, but if the hospital coffee truly is a crime against humanity...I'm willing to brave it. Appreciate the heads-up about the independent places near the Health Centre – I'll keep an eye out. Fingers crossed for decent coffee AND a successful appointment!
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